Assistant SENDCo

St Laurence School; Bradford-on-Avon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

St Laurence School in Bradford-on-Avon seeks an Assistant SENDCo to promote progress and achievement for SEND students. The role focuses on supporting the SENDCo, developing SEND provision and building strong partnerships with parents, staff and external agencies.

It is 33 hours per week over 5 days, term-time only (39 weeks per year). The successful candidate will have experience in SEND and a commitment to safeguarding within a church of England secondary school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEND provision within a school setting.
• Strong communication with parents, staff and external agencies.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a busy school environment.
• Commitment to safeguarding and DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist the SENDCo to promote progress and achievement of SEND students.
• Develop SEND provision within the school.
• Foster positive working relationships with parents, external agencies, staff and students.
• Work with the SENDCo on whole-school SEND strategies and budgets.

Skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Communication with parents & staff

Problem solving

Teamwork

Understanding SEND needs

Education

Relevant educational qualification

Job description

An opportunity has arisen to join our SEND team as an Assistant SENDCo to promote the progress and achievement of SEND students throughout the school. This role will be student-focused and will ensure high standards and expectations for both SEND students and staff. This is a key role which involves working closely with the SENDCo and developing our SEND provision at St Laurence School. The role is suitable for someone who:

• Is interested in developing expertise which meets the current needs of the school.
• Has the ability to foster positive working relationships with parents, external agencies, staff and students.
• Has good time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage a busy working environment and a wide variety of tasks.
• Can problem-solve effectively and independently.
• Understands and is mindful of the impact of decisions on the school, including budgets, students and staff and has in mind a whole-school focus when making decisions.

Hours of work: 33 hours per week, over 5 days (hours to be agreed) (to include 30-minute unpaid lunch break) 39 weeks per year (term time only).

St Laurence is a high performing and successful Church of England co-educational secondary school situated in Bradford on Avon close to the heritage city of Bath. We are fully inclusive and comprehensive, welcoming students and staff of all faiths and none. We believe that 'People are our Treasure' and regard our staff as our most important resource. Our Investors in People report noted that: There is a strong belief that St Laurence School is a 'great place to work'. Everyone clearly has a high level of pride in working at the school and in what is being achieved. They feel this way because of the inspirational leadership, strong teamwork, supportive management, pleasant environment and of course, the students. Since our core business is learning, we are committed to the professional development of each of our staff, whatever their role in the school.

St Laurence School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. Completed St Laurence School application forms are required for all vacancies.